Question on Divorce & Remarriage for Christians?

Question

If a person got divorced on grounds of incompatibility and later she became a Christian, will this person be allowed to remarry in Church? Or does she need to seek reconciliation with her ex husband whom she has divorced 5 years ago? Wonder what are the Churches' stand in SIngapore?

Answer 1

If you can prove your ex-husband has committed adultery, or in other words, has had sex in the 5 years that you have been divorced with someone else, then you have legal Bible grounds for remarrying.

One of my best friends was divorced on incompatibiliey, it took my friend several years to prove that his ex-wife was committing adultery, he did, he remarried and had a happy life, until his death.

God, the Originator of marriage, designed it to be a permanent union. But is there any Scriptural reason for a person to divorce his or her mate—and one that would allow for the possibility of remarrying? Jesus addressed this matter by declaring: “I say to you that whoever divorces his wife, except on the ground of fornication, and marries another commits adultery.” (Matthew 19:9) Sexual infidelity by a mate is the only ground for a divorce that will allow the innocent mate to remarry.

In addition, the Bible’s words at 1 Corinthians 7:10-16, while encouraging marriage mates to stay together, allow for separation. Some, after trying very hard to preserve their marriage, feel they have no choice but to separate. What can be acceptable Scriptural grounds for such a step?

One is willful nonsupport. When getting married, a husband assumes the responsibility of providing for his wife and children. The man who willfully fails to provide the material necessities of life “has disowned the faith and is worse than a person without faith.” (1 Timothy 5:8) So separation is possible.

Another is extreme physical abuse. So then, if a mate physically abuses his wife, the victim may separate. (Galatians 5:19-21; Titus 1:7) “Anyone loving violence [God’s] soul certainly hates.”—Psalm 11:5.

Another ground for separation is the absolute endangerment of a believer’s spirituality—one’s relationship with God. When a mate’s opposition, perhaps including physical restraint, has made it impossible to pursue true worship and has imperiled the believer’s spirituality, then some believers have found it necessary to separate.—Matthew 22:37; Acts 5:27-32.

However, if divorce is pursued under such circumstances, one would not be free to enter a new marriage. According to the Bible, the only legitimate ground for divorce that permits remarriage is adultery or “fornication.”—Matthew 5:32.

The Bible allows only one reason for getting a divorce that frees a person to remarry, and that is fornication (Greek, porneia, gross sexual immorality). If fornication is committed, then the innocent mate may decide whether to get a divorce or not.—Matthew 5:32.

After telling the Pharisees that the Mosaic concession of divorcing their wives was not the arrangement that had prevailed “from the beginning,” Jesus said: “I say to you that whoever divorces his wife, except on the ground of fornication, and marries another commits adultery.” (Mt 19:8, 9)

Answer 2

I think the person would be able to remarry in the church. But they should go back to there old spouse and see if they are willing to get remarried (if they weren't abusive). If things don't work out then maybe they should stay single because in God's eyes its like they're still married to their first spouse. But I'm not sure, so ask someone that is a mature Christian about this.

Answer 3

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Answer 4

Christians are not allowed to remarry. That would be adultery.

When you became a Christian is irrelevant since the rules apply to everyone.

There are thousands of unique Christian cults, so the rules they follow depend entirely on the cult.

Jesus/Satan provides Christians a "sin all you want" card to play when they want to sin and can't find any other excuse.

Answer 5

The following is an excerpt from the source listed below (I'd highly recommend visiting the site and reading the whole subject).....

"Many people are entering into the new birth in Christ Jesus already joined in marriages that are contrary to the word of God. What should they do? All of us who have been redeemed by Christ Jesus were once laden with many many sins that through Christ’s blood we were forgiven and cleansed from them all. This would also include marital sins."

Answer 6

This is more of a religion question. Catholics don't believe in it... But I say and my church would back me what you did before becoming a Christian is the past now you are covered by the blood of Christ so I say go for it.

Answer 7

Protestant Christian no need to reconcile for the Churches sake, just get married...but if you profess now that you are Christian...you cant divorce...coz Jesus wouldnt allow..(actually only in the case of infidelity allows the bible divorce, but its a point of debate..)

Roman Catholic will make it very hard for you to get married in Church (hypocrits)

Answer 8

This is what the Bible says and therefore what I believe:
A Biblical divorce, in order for you to remarry someone else, your husband would have had to commit adultery.
You could remarry someone else, but he could only remarry you. If it is not a Biblical divorce, you can only remarry your ex. :)
Better yet, study the Bible for yourself and see the answer to your question there....

Answer 9

My mom has been married in a church 4 times. I think as long as you've asked for forgiveness, most churches will allow it.

Answer 10

am a christian and on my second marriage now I wasn't saved until after my 2nd marriage my current hubby and I both serve the Lord. to me that's between u and God.
forgiveness and grace cover a lot. as far as church in singapore I really have no idea